Secretary of State Marco Rubio told the US Senate yesterday that Venezuela’s new leaders were moving towards closer ties with the US, leaving no immediate need for further US military action, as he publicly faced legislators’ questions for the first time since the raid to seize President Nicolas Maduro this month. President Donald Trump has ordered his administration to work with Delcy Rodriguez, a Maduro ally who was sworn in as interim president after his arrest, but previously warned of further military action if her government does not comply with US demands.
Rubio testifies on Venezuela raid
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks during a U.S.-Paraguay Status of Forces agreement signing ceremony at the State Department in Washington, D.C., U.S., December 15, 2025. REUTERS/Kevin Mohatt/File Photo
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